FOR2005

Paediatric forensic medicine

(MED)

Dr David Wells

8 points + Distance + Both semesters/full-year

Synopsis: Paediatric Forensic Medicine encompasses the medico-legal issues arising from the provision of a medical service to children. The subject will largely focus on the medical assessment of suspected cases of child abuse. Integral to both evaluation and management will be a knowledge of the relevant legislation, policing and protective agencies, injury patterns, specialised investigative techniques and treatment.

Assessment: Assignments + Case studies and presentations + Case book